Chapter 20, Additional Exercise 4: Evaluating Glossaries

In groups of three or four, go to the glossaries at Netlingo or whatis.com. Browse among the definitions, looking for examples of the types of definitions discussed in Chapter 20 as well as examples of the techniques described in the section on extended definitions (such as etymology, analogy, and comparison and contrast). Which definitions are most informative and easiest to understand? Why? Be prepared to share your results with the class.